Purchasing Assistant – GS Catering Equipment Ltd
GS Catering Equipment Ltd, an award-winning commercial catering equipment specialist based in Paignton, Devon, is expanding and seeking a part-time or full-time Purchasing Assistant to join our busy Purchasing Department. Knowledge of purchasing processes is preferred but not essential for the right candidate as full training will be given.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful and growing business, supporting the delivery of commercial kitchen projects throughout the UK.
The Role
Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the administration of purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring materials and equipment are delivered to site in line with project requirements.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining supplier relationships, tracking orders, and ensuring purchasing records are accurate and up to date.
About You
The ideal candidate will have proven administrative experience including knowledge and an understanding of purchasing and delivery coordination, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. You should be confident using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word, and able to work accurately when producing documents and checking your own work.
You must be comfortable communicating with people at all levels, both internally and externally, and able to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Placing supplier orders and arranging deliveries to site
- Creating purchase orders using the Eque2 system
- Producing professional documents and correspondence
- Liaising with customers and suppliers by phone and email to provide updates
- Supporting warehouse operations, including receiving deliveries
- Maintaining accurate records, systems and client files
- General administrative duties as required
Hours & Flexibility
Part-time / Full-time position from 25 - 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8:30am and 5:00pm, with an immediate start available.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter via email.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Agencies need not apply.
Pay: £12.71-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have any purchasing experience?
Experience:
- Administrative: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
